According to Forbes, Fairfax, VA is the 3rd wealthiest county in America. A livability score of 83 makes Fairfax an exceptionally livable area, and it's ranked #10 in Virginia and #273 in the USA. Fairfax is part of the Northern Virginia (NOVA) region, stationed only about 38 minutes away from Washington D.C. New apartment renters in the area would have several options of transportation; of course commuters can use their cars, but they also have the option to take the metro. Residents in Fairfax and Northern Virginia have many options for daily activities; because Fairfax is centered in NOVA, it's extremely easy to take a daytrip into the Nation's Capital, other cities in the Northern Virginia area, or even into Maryland.
For renters who love to shop! Fairfax is close to several malls; one mall in particular that is worth visiting is Tysons Galleria, located in McLean, VA. Tysons is one of the largest shopping malls in NOVA, and it's also in the list of Top 10 U.S. Shopping Malls according to the Travel Channel. For fellow foodies in the area, Fairfax is full of restaurants that will satisfy both the palate and wallet. If you love fried chicken, but would love a different variety of fried chicken, then Bonchon is worth a visit. Located in the heart of Fairfax, Bonchon is a famous Korean fried chicken restaurant famous to local foodies in the NOVA area. Having started out as a small restaurant in Annandale, Virginia, Bonchon has now expanded to different locations in NOVA and even in California. Most likely related to the convenience of shops, restaurants, and activities to do in the area, the cost of living in Fairfax is 37% higher than the Virginia average and 49% higher than the national average. The median rent value in Fairfax is $1,725.
For new renters moving to Fairfax/Fairfax County with families or children, the school system in this area is well known and according to WTOP it is rated as one of the best in the U.S. The average school test scores in Fairfax are 32% higher than the national average and 89.8% of students in this area have completed high school. (Renter Statistics Source: www.livability.com and www.areavibes.com)